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Looking for a new place to live can be a very
exciting time in life, but it’s certainly not without many decisions, and one
of those is surrounding the type of house you want.Now, you may already have a
very clear as to what you want, but for most people, it’s a little more
challenging – especially when there’s so much choice out there, and a large
selection of beautiful homes, both old and new.The thing is, both have their
good sides and downsides just like everything else, so it really comes down to
your own preferences and what you’re looking for in a house.

To help you reach a decision and narrow your
selection a little, here’s a brief overview of what you can expect with both
newer, modern built homes and more traditional, older ones.

What to expect with an older home:

Unique
character:

Older homes are well-known for their unique
character and charming features, such as high windows and ceilings, Victorian staircases and original hardwood
floors.

Many older homes were built in times when a
lot of this stuff was made by hand, so they’re really difficult, if not
impossible, to come across. They can also be a huge selling point if you ever
do decide to sell the place later on. So, if you’re looking for a home that’s
more unique, an older property could be the best decision.

The good thing about original features is that
they were built to last, so even things like hardwood and concrete floors can
be maintained and kept in good shape through things like concrete
polishing that will restore them to their original beauty.

More
space:

When older houses were built, they were
typically built on private pieces of land that was owned by families, and
sometimes those were working houses, such as on farms, so they needed a lot of
space.

Of course, when buying your house, you need to
check how much land it currently comes with, because it’s often the case that
part or all of the land has been sold and doesn’t belong to the house anymore.

Cheaper
to buy:

Older houses are typically a good bit cheaper
to buy than newer ones because they often require more work once you’ve
actually moved in.

Higher
running costs:

The flip side to lower purchase costs is,
unfortunately higher running costs. So, unless the house is well insulated,
things like heating and water can be a lot more expensive than they would be in
a newer house.

What to expect with a newer home:

More
energy efficient:

Newer homes are built to very strict
modern-day building and safety standards, and that also includes making sure
they’re energy efficient,
and as green as possible. This is a good thing because it means your monthly
costs will be less than they otherwise would.

Ready
to move in:
Modern homes are built for modern life, and this means
they come with all the conveniences you’d expect, including being ready to move
straight in to.